Page 220 - Knack Knots You Need

a tight bond that simply stays put. For this reason, climb-
ers will use this knot to create a short sling or loop to
aid climbing. Fishermen often call the double fisherman’s
knot the grinner knot for reasons not completely under- Bends
stood. Perhaps it’s because it looks, to some, like open
mouths prior to being tightened.

Double Fisherman’s Knot: Step 3 Double Fisherman’s Knot: Step 4

Tighten the double overhand in the first rope. Form a double overhand in the working end
of the second rope, making sure both loops of
the knot are around the standing part of the
At this point it will be easier to first rope. Tighten the second double over-
continue if you reverse the knot hand and draw both knots together slowly by
assembly in your hand. pulling on the standing part of both ropes.

109